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The London Eye
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The London Eye
Construction
Works Cited
- Construction of the Eye began in March 1998. More than 1, 700 tons of steel and 3,000 tons of concrete were used in the process.
- The wheel has 32 capsules that can carry up to 25 people and serves up to 15,000 passengers each day.
- The famous magician David Blane once performed a stunt on the London Eye!
- https://www.londoneye.com/AboutUs/History/
- http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/london/4569123.stm
- http://www.aviewoncities.com/london/londoneye.htm
- http://now-here-this.timeout.com/2015/01/19/always-the-wheel-thing-coca-cola-now-sponsors-the-london-eye/
Symbolism & Significance
Other Facts
- This structure served as a symbol to represent the end of the 20th century and the "turning of time into a new millennium".
- "Arguably the most famous, observational wheel in the world." - BBC News
- "It has transformed the London skyline and played an important economic role in regenerating the South Bank and in maintaining tourism for London." - David Marks
- It is the most paid for tourist attraction in the UK.
- The London Eye is now sponsored by Coca-Cola and its lights turn bright red at night.
Origin of "The Eye"
- The London eye was officially completed in March 2001.
- This landmark is 135 meters high [approximately 443 feet] and is located at the South Bank of the River of Thames .
- It was envisioned by the married couple David Marks and Julia Barfield.
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